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662 recalls were announced in March 2022.
Of the 662 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 4% are Critical, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Great Dane is recalling 2022 Champion and Everest trailers because suspension bolts were not properly tightened, posing a crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles because the front windshield may not be properly bonded, posing a risk of detachment.
Roadtrek is recalling 2020-2021 SS Agile motorhomes because the tire pressure labels list incorrect front tire pressure, which may lead to under-inflated tires and loss of vehicle control.
Chrysler is recalling specific Mopar steering rack assemblies because the rack bar may bind, causing difficulty steering or loss of control.
Chrysler is recalling 2021–2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles due to steering gear defect. The rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened, potentially causing loss of steering control.
Volkswagen Group (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2022 A6, A7, S6, S7, RS6 Avant, and RS7 vehicles because the fuel level sender may stick, causing inaccurate fuel gauge readings that could lead to engine stalls and crash risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2020-2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses because passenger seat mounting bolts may break, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Ford is recalling 2016-2018 F-150, 2016-2017 Expedition, and Navigator vehicles because a brake master cylinder leak may reduce front brake function and increase crash risk.
Forest River is recalling certain 2022 travel trailers due to improperly welded couplers that may cause trailer separation from the tow vehicle. Dealers will replace the coupler at no charge.
Vicinity Motor Corporation is recalling 2020-2021 Vi38 vehicles because the power steering gear box may become damaged, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Norco Industries is recalling certain frames with Model CA-5400 couplers due to improper welding that may cause trailer separation.
Keystone is recalling 2021-2022 Sprinter and Bullet models plus multiple 2022 travel trailer and fifth-wheel variants due to faulty solar controller wiring that can disable carbon monoxide and propane gas detectors.
Ford is recalling 2021 F-150 vehicles because the front windshield wiper motor may fail, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
Altec is recalling 2016-2021 aerial devices because improperly secured fuel line clamps may cause leaks and increase fire risk.
Altec is recalling 2017-2021 SK185-MP and SKC landscaping spray vans because they lack carbon monoxide detectors, increasing the risk of injury from undetected gas.
Ford is recalling 2021-2022 Edge vehicles with a software error that may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image. This reduces driver visibility behind the vehicle, increasing crash risk.
The bolt securing the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear box may become loose, potentially causing loss of steering control and increased crash risk. Ford is replacing the bolts for free.
The high voltage battery in 2021-2022 Ford Escape and 2022 Lincoln Corsair hybrid vehicles may fail, causing sudden loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.
USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for Trader Joe's Crunchy Slaw with Chicken due to potential hard plastic in the dressing. No illnesses have been reported.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles because the ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control malfunction indicator light from illuminating, increasing the risk of crashes.
Chrysler is recalling Mopar Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Control Modules because software may prevent the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light from illuminating, increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickups because taillight software may cause lights to fail or stay on, increasing crash risk.
Vadilal Industries is recalling Quick Treat Custard Apple Pulp (1kg packages, UPC 8901777282168) due to potential Salmonella contamination. Approximately 997 cases were distributed nationwide to retail stores.
Celltrion DiaTrust COVID-19 Ag Rapid Test kits from lot COVGCCM0008 are being recalled due to reports of false positive results. The affected 243 kits were distributed to six states before the recall.
Maintainer is recalling 2021-2022 crane-equipped truck bodies because an inductor may contact the frame, causing an electric arc and increasing fire risk.
Whole Foods Market Vanilla Shortbread Cookies are recalled due to undeclared egg allergen. The 23 units distributed in Washington D.C. with pack date 1/20/22 may pose serious risk to consumers with egg allergies.
A limited number of Philips Respironics V60 ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, the ventilator could stop providing ventilation.
Olight is recalling about 215,100 M2R Pro and Warrior Mini flashlights because they can turn on accidentally and overheat while stored in a holster or pocket, creating a burn hazard. The company has received 127 reports of unintended activation with 22 burn injuries, including three second-degree burns.
GOLDEN MEDAL MUSHROOM INC is recalling Xuerong brand enoki mushrooms contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected product was distributed in California, Texas, and Illinois.
Respironics California is recalling 294 V60 Plus ventilators assembled with expired adhesive. The adhesive may fail, causing the bracket to loosen and damage capacitors, potentially stopping ventilation delivery.
Celltrion USA recalled COVID-19 rapid test kits (DiaTrust) in a Class I action. The kits are labeled for research use only, but the firm assured distributors they could be used for clinical diagnosis, which is not authorized.
Microbiologics Inc is recalling KWIK-STIK quality control kits containing Enterococcus faecalis because certain lots are susceptible to Gentamicin Synergy when they should be resistant. The defect could affect laboratory testing accuracy.
Crate and Barrel is recalling about 620 Be the Band Music Sets because the maracas can break or become unscrewed and release metal beads that pose choking and suffocation hazards to young children.
Danby is recalling about 1,700 free-standing and slide-in electric and gas ranges because the anti-tip-over bracket may not be securely installed, creating a tip-over hazard and risk of burn injuries when heavy objects are placed on an open oven door.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling the da Vinci Xi and X 12-8 mm Conductive Cannula Reducer because the metal tip may dislodge from the plastic shaft. If unnoticed, additional surgery may be needed, or energy leakage could cause tissue damage.
BioPro recalled titanium toe implants due to incorrect claims in documentation about magnetic resonance (MR) compatibility testing that was never conducted. The FDA issued a Class II recall to address the misleading safety information.
Honda is recalling approximately 32,000 Talon 1000 recreational off-highway vehicles from 2019-2021 because a loose intake funnel band screw can enter the engine and cause sudden failure, potentially leading to loss of control and crashes.
Brasseler USA is recalling 231 units of K-WIRE Double Trocar Smooth surgical instruments due to unsealed packaging that may compromise sterility.
Sunstar Americas is recalling BUTLER Clear Dip nationwide due to lack of FDA premarket clearance. The product was distributed in 22,514 units across multiple lot codes.
K2M is recalling 686 Everest MI XT Outer Dilator units due to a manufacturing nonconformance that prevents them from fitting properly with inner dilators during surgical procedures.
Microbiologics QC control panels for bacterial diagnostic testing failed shelf life validation at 24 months. The 29 affected units were distributed across US states and internationally to Canada, UK, Australia, Belgium, and India.
Wegmans brand Roasted Garlic hummus may contain blue plastic pieces. Affected units were distributed to MD, MA, NJ, NY, NC, PA, and VA.
Great Value Restaurant Style White Corn Tortilla Chips are being recalled due to potential metal contamination. Affected products have lot codes 122051## or 123051## with a best-by date of May 23, 2022.
J & M Foods is recalling Favorite Day Carrot Cake Soft Bake Cookies because pecans are listed as an ingredient but not declared in the allergen warning statement, posing a risk to consumers with pecan allergies.
Food products from Family Dollar retail stores in six southern states are being recalled due to potential exposure to rodents and rodent activity in a distribution center. Consumers should not consume affected products.
Microbiologics has recalled KWIK-STIK quality control kits due to a specific lot failing to meet resistance specifications for Gentamicin Synergy. The affected bacterial strain showed unexpected susceptibility when it should have been resistant.
Beckman Coulter is recalling 181,776 AU/DxC AU Magnesium test kits because the test may give falsely elevated results in lipemic samples, potentially affecting clinical interpretation.
BioPro Titanium MPJ toe implants are recalled due to false documentation claiming MRI safety testing that was never performed. Patients should not undergo MRI with this implant until properly evaluated.
BioPro is recalling Titanium MPJ toe implants due to false MRI safety labeling. The instructions and patient cards incorrectly state the device was tested for MRI safety, but no testing was conducted.
BioPro is recalling Titanium MPJ toe implants (Lot 125651) with inaccurate labeling claiming MR compatibility when the implant has not been tested for magnetic resonance safety. Patients should consult their physician before MRI.
BioPro Titanium MPJ toe implant documentation incorrectly claims MRI safety testing that was never conducted. The implant is not proven safe for MRI use.
Orthosoft's NavitrackER knee navigation system may lack proper sterilization. The product was distributed without passing required sterilization tests, risking infection.
Stryker is recalling MEDPOR Titan OFW implants after one unit was found with an incorrectly placed barrier layer. The defect resulted from manufacturing error rather than design.
Microbiologics Inc is recalling Helix Elite Molecular Standards for Inactivated Influenza A/B and Respiratory Syncytial Virus because shelf life testing failed at 24 months, potentially affecting product stability.
Family Dollar dietary supplements were recalled due to potential rodent exposure at a distribution center. The recall affects products from six southern states purchased from January 2021 onward.
Signature Select Black Walnut Ice Cream was incorrectly packaged in containers labeled as Cookie Dough, which do not declare nuts as an allergen. The product lid correctly identifies the actual flavor.
Ardent Mills has recalled 1,450 bags of Hotel and Restaurant All Purpose Flour due to Salmonella detected in testing. The affected product was distributed in Iowa and Ohio.
K2M recalled 686 units of the Everest MI XT Inner Dilator due to a manufacturing nonconformance preventing proper fit with outer dilators during surgery. Two complaints prompted the recall.
MEDLINE recalls Micro-Kill Bleach Germicidal Wipes due to out-of-specification low levels of sodium hypochlorite, the active disinfecting ingredient. Affected batches may have reduced effectiveness.
Abbott Molecular is recalling 3063 kits of Alinity m Integrated Reaction Units due to potential detachment of reaction vessels from the unit cap during transport. No injuries have been reported.
Shimadzu Medical Systems is recalling Digital Angiography System generators due to potential excessive x-ray radiation in fluoroscopic mode. Installation issues may cause radiation dose rates to exceed safe limits.
Hobbs Medical is recalling 38,357 Bronchial Microbiology Brushes due to labeling that incorrectly indicates bronchial use. The device is cleared only for gastrointestinal use.
BioPro Titanium MPJ toe implants are being recalled due to incorrect statements in device labeling claiming MR Conditional status when MR testing was not performed on the titanium version.
Microbiologics Inc is recalling Helix Elite Molecular Standards for inactivated RSV A because real-time shelf life testing failed at 24 months, indicating the product may not maintain stability through its claimed expiration date.
BioPro Titanium MPJ toe implants are recalled because labeling incorrectly claims MRI safety without actual testing. Patients should consult their physician before undergoing MRI procedures.
Lacrimedics is recalling approximately 5,767 units of OPAQUE Lacrimal Plugs due to potential defects in the sterile pouch seal that could compromise product sterility. The affected devices were distributed nationwide and internationally.
Shimadzu recalled 28 Digital Angiography Systems with Generator Model D150GC-40 due to inadequate installation adjustment criteria that may cause x-ray radiation dose rates to exceed safe fluoroscopic imaging limits.
Acorn Stairlifts Inc. is recalling multiple stairlift models because the seats may not have adequate strength to consistently support users during continued use, creating a fall hazard.
BioPro Titanium MPJ toe implants contain incorrect documentation falsely claiming they are MR Conditional without proper testing. Patients should not assume these implants are safe for MRI.
BioPro is recalling Titanium MPJ toe implants due to false claims of MRI compatibility. The device instruction manual states it is MRI-safe despite not being tested.
Microbiologics Inc. recalls Helix Elite Inactivated Neisseria gonorrhoeae Strain GL0071 molecular standard after real-time shelf life testing failed at 24 months. The product was distributed nationwide and internationally.
Lacrimedics is recalling Collagen Plugs (models CP3, CP4, CP5) due to potential seal integrity defects in sterile pouches. The seals may contain channels that could compromise sterility and allow contamination.
ROi CPS LLC is recalling 50 kits of Regard TOTAL HIP implants distributed in Missouri due to incorrect product identification labeling on individual kits. This mislabeling could result in the wrong implant being used in surgery.
Microbiologics Inc is recalling its Helix Elite Extended Enteric Bacterial Verification Panel because real-time shelf life testing failed at 24 months.
Macleods Pharma USA is recalling one lot of Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets nationwide due to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) deviations. The recall is voluntary and was initiated by the manufacturer.
Preferred Pharmaceuticals is recalling 276 bottles of Alprazolam Tablets USP 1mg (generic Xanax) distributed nationwide due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations. The recall was initiated voluntarily by the manufacturer.
HEB 50% Isopropyl Alcohol First Aid Antiseptic bottles contain 3% Hydrogen Peroxide instead due to a label mix-up. The front label incorrectly identifies the product as isopropyl alcohol when the contents are actually a hydrogen peroxide topical solution.
Direct Rx is recalling Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution USP 0.5% due to failed impurities and degradation specifications. The recall affects 44 bottles distributed in Florida.
Dollar Tree Distribution is recalling all over-the-counter drug products sold by Family Dollar retail stores in six states due to potential rodent exposure at a distribution center.
Morton Grove Pharmaceuticals is recalling Dexamethasone Elixir USP 0.5 mg/5 mL nationwide due to unknown impurities found at higher than permissible levels in affected lots.
TSM Brands LLC is recalling 70% Isopropyl Alcohol First Aid Antiseptic with Wintergreen due to undeclared ethyl alcohol in the product. The recall affects bottles distributed nationwide.
Microbiologics QC sets used for GBS testing contain a negative control contaminated with Group B Streptococcus, causing test failures. Affects 541 units distributed nationwide.
A quality control negative control material in GBS diagnostic testing sets is yielding false-positive results, causing laboratory test failures and operational disruptions.
TSM Brands LLC is recalling Luxury 70% Isopropyl Alcohol bottles nationwide because the product contains undeclared ethyl alcohol that is not identified on the label.
Wright Medical Technology is recalling the DARCO Locking Bone Plate System because product labels contain incorrect manufacturing and distribution dates. The recall affects 12 units distributed to Japan and the United Kingdom.
Macleods Pharma USA is voluntarily recalling Olanzapine 10 mg tablets nationwide due to cGMP (current good manufacturing practices) deviations identified during manufacturing. The recall affects 3,672 bottles distributed across the United States.
A lot of LYFO-DISK quality control kit was found susceptible to Gentamicin Synergy when it should have been resistant. The 153 affected units were distributed worldwide.
BioPro is recalling Titanium MPJ toe implants because instructions and patient cards falsely claim the devices are compatible with MRI imaging, when safety testing for this titanium version has not been conducted.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles because insecure fuel hose connections may cause leaks, increasing fire risk.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2,153 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans because an incorrectly installed shim on the torsion bar may fail, causing loss of vehicle stability and increasing crash risk.
Triple E is recalling 2010-2014 Unity, Libero, and Serenity motorhomes because missing refrigerator exhaust deflectors allow heat to overheat the wood frame, posing a fire risk.
Forest River is recalling certain 2022 Cardinal and related travel trailers due to a loose wire cord at the 50AMP shore power inlet that may cause an electrical short and fire.
Terex is recalling 2016-2021 OM, Optima-HRX, and TCX aerial devices because emergency stop controls may fail to stop all boom functions, increasing injury risk.
General Motors is recalling 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles because headlight housings may reflect excessive light, causing glare for other drivers and increasing crash risk.
Ubco is recalling 2021-2022 2X2 ADV motorcycles because a wheel hub gear may loosen and contact the motor, potentially causing the wheel to seize and increasing crash risk.
Yamaha is recalling 2021-2022 MT-09 and Tracer 9 GT motorcycles because improper ECU programming may cause engine stalls or limit throttle response, increasing crash risk.
Midwest Automotive Designs is recalling 2018-2020 Passage, Weekender, and Daycruiser Sprinter Vans because a circuit board may overheat and cause a fire.
Boyd Specialties is recalling approximately 1,634 pounds of ready-to-eat jerky products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The products were shipped to retail locations in eight states.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2020 AMG CLA 35 and 2021 GLA 250 vehicles because loose rear brake caliper fasteners may reduce braking performance or cause parts to detach.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021 S 580 4Matic vehicles because the air bag control unit may be improperly secured, risking unintentional or improper deployment.
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